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“Grief is so human, and it hits everyone at one point or another, at least, in their lives. If you love, you will grieve, and that's just given.” quote by Kay Redfield Jamison
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“Grief is so human, and it hits everyone at one point or another, at least, in their lives. If you love, you will grieve, and that's just given.”

Kay Redfield Jamison

About This Quote

Source Book: An Unquiet Mind, 1995

Grief is an inevitable part of love and humanity, affecting everyone at some point in life.

In simple terms: Grief follows love; it’s a universal human experience.

Key Takeaway

Accept grief as a natural response to love.

Themes

loss love humanity emotion

Mood

empathetic reflective

Type

therapeutic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • relationship breakup
  • death of a loved one
  • major life transition

Key Concepts

Psychology bereavement human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does grief teach you about love?
  • How can you support others grieving?
A Different Perspective

Grief can be overwhelming and may hinder functioning if unprocessed.

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